Yesterday, we told you about a string of thefts and the warning to Hyundai owners in Dover. Today, Dover Police say they have arrested three juvenile suspects after leading officers on a pursuit in a stolen 2017 Hyundai Sonata.
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Dover Police responded to a home in the 100 block of Thames Drive this morning on reports of a stolen vehicle. That vehicle was spotted a short time later on Route 8 and Dover High Drive just before 6:00 a.m. and attempted to stop the driver. The pursuit ended when the vehicle crashed into a parked car in the Cannon Mills neighborhood.
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The three juveniles attempted to flee on foot but where apprehended without further incident. The suspects are all 15-year-olds, and face several charged including:
A 15-year-old white male from Dover was charged with: -Receiving Stolen Property -Conspiracy 2nd Degree -Resisting Arrest -Reckless Driving -Disregard Police Officer Signal -Additional traffic violations
A 15-year-old black male from Dover was charged with: -Receiving Stolen Property -Conspiracy 2nd Degree -Resisting Arrest
A 15-year-old black male from Dover was charged with: -Receiving Stolen Property -Conspiracy 2nd Degree -Resisting Arrest
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Bond information was unavailable at the time of release. Police are investigating whether or not this theft is related to the other string of Hyundai thefts around Dover.
Governor John Carney is calling for State Auditor Kathy McGuiness to step down following her conviction of three misdemeanor charges in Dover on Friday.
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McGuiness, a Democrat, was convicted by a jury on conflict of interest, structuring, and official misconduct. She was acquitted on felony theft and intimidation. Several state legislatures are calling for her impeachment, to which the Governor has issued a statement.
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In that statement, Governor Carney says that he has no power to act until entry of a judgment of conviction by the Superior Court, which has not happened yet. But he believes she cannot do her job effectively under the circumstances.
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“It is the Governor’s responsibility under the law to await the final determination of the court and then to determine his constitutional obligations after the entry of judgment.” Carney says.
A suspect has been arrested following a shooting in Rehoboth Beach early Monday morning.
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Delaware State Police say 40-year-old Allan Simms of Rehoboth Beach got into an argument with a 40-year-old victim at the parking lot of the YMCA on Church Street just after midnight on July 4. The argument led to a physical fight that left minor injuries on the victim.
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Police say Simms left and returned a short time later, where he pulled out a gun and shot towards the victim once and fled. The victim was not hit.
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Officers were able to locate the vehicle Simms fled in at the nearby Burton Village apartment complex, where a Smith & Wesson rifle was located inside. A computer check revealed that Simms was a convicted felon prohibited from possessing a firearm.
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Simms surrendered to Troop 7 and faces several charges, including:
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony) Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony) Assault Third Degree
Dover Police have issued a warning to Hyundai owners after a string of thefts over the past several days. According to Police, there have been five incidents of thefts in the city on Elantras and Sonatas with the use of hot wiring. While most of the vehicles were left unlock, investigators say two of the vehicles were locked by the owners. The thieves are also striking at all times of the day.
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Police have released images of one of the thefts and two of the suspects from a nearby surveillance camera. You can find those pictures and tips to help secure your vehicle at TVDELMARVA-dot-COM.
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Anyone with information on the cases should contact Dover Police at (302)736-7130 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
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Tips to Prevent Automobile Theft • Park in a garage if possible. • Park so that your vehicle is “blocked in” your driveway. • Park in well-lit areas/Utilize motion activated lights/cameras outside your home if possible • Lock and secure homes and garage doors. Doors left unlocked allow vehicle theft suspects an opportunity to search for keys and steal vehicles undetected. • Close and lock all windows and doors when you park. Most vehicle thefts can be prevented by locking your car doors. • Secure your valuables. • DO NOT leave your keys in your vehicle. Keys and FOBs should NEVER be left in a vehicle, whether at home, work, or running errands. Take your keys with you! • DO NOT leave your vehicle running unattended. Warming your car up on a cold winter morning or going inside a convenience store while your car is left running and unattended, make you vulnerable. A car thief is looking for these easy targets!
Three people have been arrested for an alleged burglary of a Delmar auto shop over the weekend.
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Delaware State Police say troopers responded to West Auto on Sussex Highway in Delmar on reports of a burglary, to which the suspects made entry through an unsecured window and stole about $11,100 in tools, machinery and parts.
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An investigation led to three suspects: 41-year-old Stacy Dyson of Delmar, 38-year-old Timothy Dyson and 22-year-old Michael Lecates of Laurel. A traffic stop on July 2 led to their arrest, where stolen tools and drugs were discovered in the vehicle. An investigation also determined that the three were likely involved in another burglary at a residence on Whiteville Road.
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Timothy Dyson
Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)- 2 counts Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Theft Under $1,500 Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Numerous Traffic Violations Timothy Dyson was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and released on $9,750 unsecured bond.
Stacy Dyson
Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)- 2 counts Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Theft Under $1,500 Criminal Mischief Stacy Dyson was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and released on her own recognizance.
Michael Lecates
Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)- 2 counts Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony) Tampering With Physical Evidence (Felony) Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony) Theft Under $1,500 Possession of a Controlled Substance Criminal Mischief
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Timothy Dyson was also driving without a license and faces traffic charges as well. He was released on $9,750 secured bond. The other two suspects were released on their own recognizance.
The criminal trial of Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness is now in the hands of the jury, who heard closing argument on Thursday.
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Just into the newsroom and breaking, McGuiness has been found guilty of the three misdemeanor charges, but found not guilty on felony theft and intimidation.
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Janice Lorrah, McGuiness’ Republican opponent in the upcoming election, issued a statement shortly after the ruling:
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“Politics as usual hurts hard working Delaware taxpayers. Delaware needs a change and I’m offering voters an alternative as an outsider with a fresh perspective who will restore transparency and accountability and bring confidence back to our government.”
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The judgment came down just after noon today. We will have reaction as this is a developing story.
The Dover Police Department arrested 23-year-old Gregory Scott on firearms charges on Thursday night. It’s an arrest that features two new laws signed by Governor John Carney on Thursday.
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Officers contacted Scott in the 400 Block of North DuPont Highway as the result of a firearms investigation. When officers approached, Scott fled on foot but was apprehended quickly and without incident.
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Officers then located a 9mm handgun with an extended magazine (30 rounds) that Scott was in possession of. The gun had an obliterated serial number and was altered to make it fully automatic. Scott is a person prohibited as the result of two prior felony convictions.
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Ocean City, MD- (June 30, 2022): On June 29, 2022, detectives assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division along with the members of the Maryland State Apprehension Team/U.S. Marshal’s Task Force made an arrest in the triple stabbing case that occurred on June 20, 2022. Paul Baynard, 23, of Ridgley, Maryland was located in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland, and was taken into custody without incident.
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On June 20, 2022, at approximately 11:58 p.m., officers observed a fight between multiple individuals in the area of Wicomico Street and Atlantic Ave. Officers located three victims suffering from stab wounds. Ocean City Fire Department responded to the scene to provide emergency medical care. The first victim, an 18-year-old male from Wye Mills, MD was flown to Shock Trauma. The second victim, a 21-year-old male from Wye Mills, MD was flown to Christiana Hospital. The third victim, a 17-year-old male from Centreville, MD was transported by Ocean City EMS to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. All three victims have since been released from each of the hospitals.
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As additional officers arrived on the scene, the suspects ran north on the Boardwalk. A 17-year-old juvenile that was involved in the altercation was arrested and charged with affray. Officers were able to determine that the fight on the Boardwalk involved two different groups of males. Detectives were able to utilize the City Watch cameras, social media platforms, and witnesses to assist in their investigation. Detectives conducted a thorough investigation and were ultimately able to identify Baynard.
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Through the coordinated efforts of our Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Division, the Maryland State Apprehension Team, and U.S. Marshal’s Task Force, Baynard was successfully located and taken into custody. Baynard was transported from Queen Anne’s County to the Ocean City Police Department. Baynard has been charged with attempted first-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and reckless endangerment. Baynard was seen by a Maryland District Court Commissioner and was held without bond.
Police are on the look-out for a Frederica woman who is wanted in several counties in Maryland and Delaware.
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The Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s office is looking for 27-year-old Brittany Stokes, who has various warrants for thefts and drug charges in Queen Anne’s, Caroline and Wicomico Counties. She also has a warrant for shoplifting, possession of drug paraphernalia, engage in misdemeanor criminal activity and driving without a license warrants in Delaware.
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An alleged victim telling TV Delmarva News today that she may be the suspect in a string of baby formula scams, selling formula she didn’t have for upwards of $200 and scamming desperate mothers as far as Utah. We reached out to Sheriff’s Office about that situation but have not heard back.
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If you do know where Stokes is located, you are asked to contact local authorities, or reach out to Queen Anne’s County authorities anonymously at 410-758-6666.
A traffic stop leads to an untraceable firearm charge in Dover.
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Delaware State Police say a trooper stopped 36-year-old Michael Bauer of Dover just before 2:00 a.m. on Sunday morning, who was traveling at a high rate of speed on a motorcycle on northbound South Dupont Boulevard south of Carter Road.
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Bauer was detained after it was revealed he had a loaded untraceable handgun on him. Police say he also had over 10 grams of marijuana, and a compute check revealed he was a convicted felon prohibited from possessing a firearm.
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Bauer faces several charges, including:
Possession of an Untraceable Firearm (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Possession of Marijuana
Numerous traffic offenses
He was arraigned and lodged at SCI on $40,007 secured bond.
A trespass investigation leads to two people arrested on drugs and theft charges in Lewes.
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Delaware State Police say 31-year-old Amber Kellner of Lewes, 30-year-old James Fisher of Georgetown were arrested after troopers were called to reports of someone living in a home without permission in the 33000 block of Lotus Lane. When officers arrived, the two suspects were at the home with three juveniles; ages 11, 10 and 7. Troopers spotted several narcotics and drug paraphernalia, along with suspected stolen goods inside the home. A search of the home uncovered nearly 46 grams of meth, 79 prescription pills, 1.8 grams of marijuana, nearly 4 grams of psychedelic mushrooms and .6 grams of suspected heroin.
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A stolen Wolf scooter and other items were also recovered at the home.
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Kellner and Fisher face several charges, including:
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 3 Quantity (Felony)
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Theft $1,500 or Greater (Felony) – 2 counts
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Endangering the Welfare of a Child – 3 counts
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – 2 counts
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They were both arraigned and lodged at SCI on $89,600 cash bond. The three juveniles were turned over to their legal guardians.
A Felton man faces several threatening charges after allegedly threatening to kill a person with a handgun.
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Felton Police say a female victim fled to their police department and reportedly told officers that 39-year-old Russell Rubley allegedly held a handgun to her head and threatened to shoot. Officers then arrived to the home in the 100 block of East Sewell Street and arrested Rubley without incident.
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Rubley faces several charges, including: Aggravated Menacing (Class E Felony) Terroristic Threatening (class A misdemeanor), Offensive Touching (class A misdemeanor) Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (class B Felony)
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He was arraigned and lodged at SCI on $56,000 cash bond. He was also issued a no contact order with the victim.
Dewey Beach Police arrest two men for drugs and weapon charges following a loitering complaint.
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Officers were called to the 100 block of Read Avenue just before 10:00 p.m. on Saturday night (June 25). When they arrived and made contact with 21-year-old Shkai Sanders and 24-year-old Kaje Tiggs-Reynolds, officers spotted a handgun in the driver door pocket and noticed a smell of marijuana from the vehicle.
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Both men were detained and a search of the vehicle uncovered two handguns, magazines, 47 grams of marijuana, three scales, zip lock bags and other paraphernalia.
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Chandler faces several gun and drug charges, including:
– Poss Purch Own or Control a Deadly Weapon Semi Auto or Auto By Person Prohibit Who Also Possesses Controlled Substance (Felony)
– Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon A Firearm (Felony)
One of several vehicles vandalized in Seaford Friday night. (Photo: Facebook)
Seaford Police are investigating several vandalisms involving pink spray paint that occurred overnight on Friday. In each of the cases, pink spray paint with vulgar language was used.
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Seaford Police tells TV Delmarva News today that there were 11 complaints of pink spray paint across areas of areas of 3rd Street, Dover Electric, Peninsula Dry Cleaners, Magnolia Drive and Nylon Blvd. There were also complaints in the Blades area as well.
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As for whether the vandalism were related to planned protests over the reversal of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court, to which Seaford Police issued an alert on Friday, we are told that it’s unlikely due to the nature of the vandalism and that the protests were peaceful and officers assisted with providing a secure event.
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Seaford Police say the vandalisms are under investigation. They are asking anyone with surveillance video that could help the investigation by contact them at 302-629-6645.
Laurel Police have released surveillance photos of a suspect wanted in a bank robbery.
The incident happened at the Bank of Delmarva on June 24.
Information is limited at this time, but anyone who may know the suspect is asked to contact Laurel Police at 302-875-2244 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
Delaware State Police arrest one suspect and looking for another following a shooting in the Lincoln area on Wednesday.
Just after 3:00 p.m., officers were called to the 10000 block of Greentop Road on reports of shots fired. An investigation determined that two suspects in a Toyota Corolla had fired the shots at a residence with three occupants inside and fled. No one was injured or struck by gunfire.
A short time later, troopers located the Corolla on Haflinger Road and arrested the driver, 18-year-old Samuel Modestin of Seaford. He faces three counts of felony reckless endangering and felony second-degree conspiracy.
He was arraigned and released on his own recognizance.
The second suspect is still at large. Anyone with information is asked to contact Delaware State Police at 302-752-3856 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
A Millsboro man is in jail after allegedly leading police on a chase that ended crashing into another police vehicle.
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The incident happened at around 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday night.
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Rehoboth Beach Police say officers attempted to stop 34-year-old Terence Savage, who was driving a Mercedes Benz with fictitious Delaware registration. When the officer attempted the traffic stop in the second block of Baltimore Avenue, a passenger fled the vehicle and Savage sped off with the vehicle.
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The pursuit lasted less than a mile and ended at the intersection of Christiana Street and Rehoboth Avenue when Savage struck another vehicle waiting at the intersection and a police cruiser. No injuries were reported in the crash.
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Savage was taken into custody. A search of his vehicle turned up several drugs and paraphernalia; including cocaine, heroin, oxycodone and marijuana.
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Savage faces a sleuth of charges, including felony possession of a controlled substance and disregarding a police officer’s signal. He was lodged on $7150.00 secured bail.
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CHARGES:
Savage was arrested and charged with two felony charges; disregarding a police officer’s signal and possession of a controlled substance in a tier 1 quantity. Savage was charged with five misdemeanor charges; resisting arrest, possession of marijuana other than personal use, possession a prescription drug without a prescription, possession of a controlled or counterfeit substance without a prescription, and possession of paraphernalia not related to personal use marijuana. Finally, Savage was charged with ten traffic charges; driving a vehicle at an unreasonable speed, failing to stop at red light, failing to stop at a stop sign (x2), disregarding the right of way of pedestrians in a crosswalk, expired tags, fictitious registration, failing to have a registration card in possession, and failing to have learner’s permit in possession.
Ocean City (Maryland) Police are investigating a triple stabbing that occurred last night (June 20).
Officers were called to the 10-block of Wicomico Street on the boardwalk for a reported fight just before midnight. When officers arrived, three victims suffered stab wounds. Ocean City Fire and emergency crews also responded to the scene.
One of the victims was flown to Shock Trauma, while another was flown to Christiana Hospital. Another victim was transported to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Their conditions are unknown at this time.
Ocean City Police continue to investigating the incident.
Photo of the alleged hit and run driver, accused of hitting a cyclist. (Photo: Dover Police)
Dover Police are asking for the public’s help to identify the driver accused of fatally striking a bicyclist on Saturday night (June 18).
Investigators say the incident happened in the area of South Governors Avenue and West North Street around 10:00 p.m. where a 71-year-old victim suffered fatal injuries from the hit and run. Witnesses reported an SUV involved in the crash and fled northbound on South Governors. Officers were able to obtain a surveillance photo of the alleged vehicle.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dover Police at 302-736-7130 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
Delaware State Police arrest a suspect in connection to a Millsboro homicide earlier this month.
57-year-old Michael Klein of Millsboro is accused of murdering 64-year-old Lewis Fetrow of Millsboro, whose body was discovered at Baywood Gold Course on June 7.
Police say the victim was stabbed multiple times several days prior. An investigation led police to Klein as a suspect, who was incarcerated at SCI for unrelated charges.
Klein now faces charges of:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Klein was arraigned and remained committed at Sussex Correctional Institution on $1,060,000 cash bond.
Dover Police arrest a suspect and seeking a second in connection to an early Thursday morning carjacking. Officers say the incident happened at the Royal Farms on Saulsbury Road, where a female victim went inside and left her vehicle running. Two suspects, including 20-year-old Dakota Borntreger, allegedly attempted to steal her vehicle but the female victim spotted them and ran back out to confront them. Police say that is when one of the suspects pointed a handgun at her and took off with the vehicle.
Smyrna Police later spotted the vehicle just after 3:00 a.m. and pursued the suspects to the area of South Governors Avenue and Bank Lane. Borntreger was apprehended, but the second suspect eluded law enforcement.
Police uncovered two handguns from Borntreger. He faces numerous charges, including:
-Robbery 1st Degree
-Possession of Untraceable Firearm (2x)
-Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited
-Wearing a Disguise
-Conspiracy 2nd Degree
He was lodged at SCI on a $46,000 cash bond.
Anyone with information on the second suspect is asked to contact Dover Police at 302-736-7130 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
A 21-year-old Viola man is facing drug and weapons charges following a traffic stop in the Camden area on Wednesday night.
Delaware State Police say Colin Shockley was stopped in the area of South DuPont Highway and POW-MIA Parkway by a trooper for having tinted windows without a waiver.
The trooper noticed a strong odor of marijuana and spotted a rifle inside the vehicle in plain sight. Shockley was detained without incident, and a search of the vehicle uncovered 17 grams of marijuana, an American Tactical assault rifle, and a handgun.
Shockley was transported to Troop 3 and charged with the following offenses:
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts
Possession of Marijuana
Failure to Have Insurance Identification in Possession
Operating a Vehicle With Improper Window Tinting
He was was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 7 and released on his own recognizance.
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Wicomico County Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard, who was gunned down after attempting to arrest a wanted suspect in Pittsville on Sunday.
Deputy Hilliard will lie in repose on June 21 from 9 AM to 12 PM at Emmanuel Wesleyan Church on Beaglin Park Drive in Salisbury. The funeral service will begin at Noon.
The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #111 has established a fund for the family. Checks can be made payable to the “Memorial Fund for Glenn Hilliard” and mailed or dropped off to the Bank of Delmarva, 921 Eastern Shore Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804.
Operation We Care has also set up a Paypal account to directly benefit the family as well. For full details on funeral arrangements, sign the guestbook or help the family, visit https://www.lewisnwatsonfuneralhome.com/obituary/deputy-first-class-glenn-hilliard
A Laurel, Delaware father and son have been convicted for their role in the January 6th riot at the Capital in 2021.
The duo were infamous for carrying a Confederate flag through the U.S. Capitol during the riot.
After just two days, a U.S. District Judge found 53-year-old Kevin Seefried and 24-year-old Hunter Seefried guilty of felony obstruction of an official proceeding and four other misdemeanors. Hunter Seefried was found not guilty for three other charges related to accusations of breaking a window to gain entry into the Capital.
Both men are scheduled to be sentenced in September.
The Delaware State Police is providing a Scam Alert Advisory. This is a general alert that applies to the entire State of Delaware.
The Delaware State Police has been investigating multiple incidents in which victims receive phone calls from subjects posing as troopers and are advised they are wanted and/or owe bail money. These subjects are utilizing spoofed, Delaware State Police-issued phone numbers. Many of the victims of these scams have been individuals listed on the Delaware sex offender registry.
As a reminder, the Delaware State Police will never request payment for fines, traffic tickets, or bail. All these transactions are conducted by the respective court systems and never over the phone. Electronic payments are also never requested via phone for court matters.
“Spoofing” is when a caller deliberately falsifies the information transmitted to your caller ID display to disguise their identity. Spoofing is often used as part of an attempt to trick someone into giving away valuable personal information so it can be used in fraudulent activity or sold illegally.
The following tips can help you avoid becoming victim to a spoofing scam:
Don’t answer calls from unknown numbers. If you do so by accident, hang up.
If a caller (live or recorded) suggests hitting a button to stop receiving calls from them, hang up. This can be a trick to engage you in conversation.
Never give out any sensitive data – for example, account numbers, Social Security Number, passwords or PINs, or your mother’s maiden name.
If a caller claims to be with a legitimate company, call back using the phone number on a statement you have from them, or on their verified, secure website. This is particularly important if the caller asks you to verify personal information or make a payment.
If you are immediately pressured for information – be cautious. You are not obligated to answer any question asked of you.
Set your own password for your voicemail. Some voicemail services are set up to automatically allow access to your mailbox if you call in from your own phone. If a scammer spoofs your number, they can access your voicemail if you have not set a password or PIN requirement in place.
Use a call blocking tool (talk to your phone company) or reputable app on your mobile device. There are different options for different platforms. Do some research and choose the one that makes the most sense for you.
A 53-year-old Seaford man has been charged with Manslaughter after a crash that killed two children back in January.
Delaware State Police say Arthur Perdue has been charged with two counts of felony Manslaughter, Vehicular Assault, 3rd offense Driving Under the Influence and other traffic violations in the crash that killed 14-year-old Hope Glasgow and 6-year-old Nathan Glasgow of Seaford.
Perdue was indicted by a Grand Jury on Tuesday for the charges after an investigation of the crash. Following the indictment, Perdue was contacted by troopers in Delaware City and taken into custody and arraigned. He was committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $65,203 cash bond.
Dover Police are investigating a shooting that happened during the early morning hours on Tuesday night (June 14).
Just after midnight, officers were called to the 500 block of North DuPont Highway after a 19-year-old female and 18-year-old male reported being shot at. The pair was traveling near the One Stop Shop on White Oak Road in a white Kia Optima when shots were fired from an unknown location by and unknown suspect. One round struck the occupied vehicle in the rear passenger side window and exited through the front windshield. The victims then fled to the parking lot where they called and met police. No injuries were reported by either victim.
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact Dover Police at 302-736-7130, or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred outside of a New Castle County motel Monday night.
On June 13, 2022, at approximately 7:30 p.m., troopers responded to a shooting at the Best Night Inn located at 1200 West Avenue, New Castle, DE. Investigation revealed a dark colored sedan drove through the parking lot and multiple gunshots were fired from the front passenger side of the vehicle. A 14-year-old juvenile male was struck one time in the lower extremities. The sedan then fled southbound on West Avenue. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
There were no other reported injuries.
There is currently no description of the suspect and no surveillance images are available.
The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Criminal Investigation Unit is currently investigating this incident. Anyone who witnessed or has information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Carroll by calling 302-365-8467. Information may also be provided by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at www.delawarecrimestoppers.com
Officer Glenn Hilliard (Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office)
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of their deputies this morning after attempting to apprehend a fugitive in nearby Pittsville, Maryland on Sunday.
Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard, a 16-year veteran on the force, was gunned down while while attempting to apprehend a suspect who was wanted for several felony warrants. The suspect, identified as Austin Davidson, fled the scene. After an extensive manhunt, the suspect was apprehended.
“The days ahead will be challenging, but for now, we are mourning the loss of an incredible human being. Deputy Glenn Hilliard was a son, a husband and a father to three beautiful children, a brother to those he worked with, and an exemplary public servant to the citizens of Wicomico County and to the State of Maryland” The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office says in a statement. “Our hearts and prayers go out to Glenn’s family during this difficult time.”
Officer Hilliard would have celebrated his 42nd birthday on June 22. The sheriff’s office say they are heartbroken over his “senseless and tragic murder”.
An Ocean City, Maryland video is trending after video was shared by the owners of a Facebook page of a woman stealing a bottle of alcohol from his store.
The alleged theft occurred on June 7 at the West-O Bottle Shop and Bar in West Ocean City. The video shows a woman putting a bottle of Limon Rumchata into her purse. She then turns around and the video cuts.
“What a peach”, the owner posts on the viral Facebook post. “If anyone knows this fashionista, could you please ask her to return to our shop and pay for that Limon Rumchata?”
The video has been viewed over 60,000 times.
Owner Sara Hambury spoke to TV Delmarva News about the now viral video. She tells us that the individual in the video may be tied to other liquor store thefts around Ocean City, and that multiple police agencies are involved in the investigation. She says that they shared the video so “other family owned businesses won’t suffer”.
Dover Police are investigation a shooting that left a 20-year-old male in critical condition.
The incident happened in the 100 block of South News Street just before 10:00 p.m. on Thursday night.
Dover Police say when officers arrived on the scene, the victim was lying on the roadway and began first aid until medics arrived. He was transported to Bayhealth Kent with eight gunshot wounds to his upper body. He remains in critical condition.
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact Dover Police at 302-746-7130 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
Brian Thomas, 54, of Laurel, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Laurel man was arrested and charged with his 8th DUI offense following a crash in Seaford.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 3:57 p.m., Wednesday troopers responded to the intersection of northbound Sussex Highway and Concord Road in Seaford regarding a hit-and-run motor vehicle collision.
The investigation revealed that a black Mazda Tribute had struck a black GMC Acadia that was stopped at a red light at this intersection. The Tribute fled from the scene of the accident and was seen traveling northbound on Sussex Highway.
Troopers located the vehicle on Sussex Highway north of West Stein Highway a short time later, and a traffic stop was initiated. Contact was made with the driver, identified as 54-year-old Brian Thomas, and signs of impairment were observed, according to police.
A DUI investigation ensued and Thomas was taken into custody at the scene without incident. No parties involved in the accident were injured.
A computer inquiry revealed that Thomas had been convicted of seven prior DUI offenses. Thomas was transported to Troop 5, where he was charged with Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony) and numerous traffic offenses. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $10,004 secured bond.
Amber Howard, 40, of Dover, DE – Dover Police Dept.
A Dover woman was arrested on felony drug charges after police say a search warrant executed at a local motel turned up heroin, cocaine, and a slew of other drugs.
According to the Dover Police Department, officers obtained a warrant to search a room at the Kent Budget Inn on North DuPont Highway following a drug investigation.
During the search, police say 40-year-old Amber Howard, who was staying the room, was found to be in possession of 142 bags of heroin, 10.2 grams of cocaine, 5.6 grams of MDMA, 12.4 grams of crystal methamphetamine, and 36.7 grams of marijuana.
Howard was arrested without incident and released on a $7,300 unsecured bond on the following offenses: Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine, Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine, Possession with Intent to Deliver MDMA, Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin, Possession of Alprazolam, Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of MDMA, and Possession of Methamphetamine.
Law enforcement officials have arrested a 26-year-old California man for threatening to kill Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh outside of his home yesterday.
According to a complaint obtained by TV Delmarva News, the man identified as Nicholas John Roske allegedly called 911 to report himself for the crime he was about to commit. When officers from the Montgomery County Police Department arrived, they found a gun on him, ammunition, pepper spray, a knife, zip ties, duct tape, and other hostage-related items.
He allegedly also told police he was upset with the May 2 leak of a draft opinion leaning towards an overturn to Roe v. Wade.
A federal judge in Maryland charged Roske with attempted murder. The FBI also raided the man’s home after obtaining an arrest warrant.
Protesters have been at the home of the conservative judge since his address was leaked out, prompting added security and condemnation from President Joe Biden. Republicans have also pointed to a speech made by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Shumer in 2020 that Justice Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch “released the whirlwind” and would “pay the price” when the Supreme Court heard a case related to Louisiana’s abortion law.
Delaware public health officials announced a new monthly high total of deaths from suspected overdoses during May and said they fear the vast majority of the deaths will be connected to fentanyl, a powerful synthetic pain reliever that is 50-100 times more potent than morphine, or to the increasing use of cocaine, a powerfully addictive stimulant.
In 2021, when a record 515 people died in Delaware from overdoses, more than 80% of the deaths involved fentanyl and more than 45% involved cocaine.
In May 2022, 42 people died from suspected overdoses in Delaware, according to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science. That surpassed the previous monthly high total set in August 2018 and tied in May 2020, of 39 deaths. In May 2022, preliminary totals show that 25 of the 42 deaths involved people in New Castle County, 12 in Sussex County and five in Kent County.
Through May 31, 159 people have died from suspected overdoses in Delaware, which is about the same rate as 2021.
“We know that more families and friends have Narcan at home or with them to try to reverse opioid overdoses, but, sadly, that cannot prevent every heartbreaking overdose death,” said DHSS Secretary Molly Magarik. “We urge families to convince their loved ones to get connected to treatment resources and services. Medical providers can make that referral or family members can drop by one of our Bridge Clinics to talk with trained counselors.”
Delawareans struggling with substance use disorder also can call DHSS’ Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health’s 24/7 Delaware Hope Line – a single point of contact where callers can connect to a variety of resources and information, including support from clinicians and peer specialists plus crisis assistance. For support, Delawareans can:
Drop by DHSS’ Bridge Clinics for in-person support, including access to naloxone (see locations and hours at the bottom of this release).
Reach the free Delaware Hope Line at 1-833-9-HOPEDE or 1-833-946-7333.
Get behavioral health tips and reminders by texting DEHOPE to 55753.
Search for treatment services and resources in Delaware or nearby states at DHSS’ one-stop website, HelpIsHereDE.com.
Joanna Champney, director of the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH), emphasized that there is no wrong door for accessing treatment. She encourages individuals who need help to call or stop by one of the Bridge Clinics, located in each county. “Our Bridge Clinics greet walk-ins with dignity and no judgment,” Champney said. “Whether someone just needs to talk about their options or they’re ready for treatment, we can help you.”
Champney also pointed to DSAMH’s expansion of clinical services to people who are justice-involved, building on the Division’s “no wrong door” approach to offering substance use disorder treatment. “Through our partnership with the Delaware State Police, we’ve put clinicians in multiple police troop locations statewide so we can help people pre-arrest who have had a brush with the law,” she said. “We know that substance use disorders often are the driver for illegal behavior, so the idea is to treat the problem. We’re seeing very high success rates of connecting people to treatment through this program.”
The increase in deaths from suspected overdoses during May 2022 follows another increase in overdose deaths for all of 2021. In its annual report for 2021, the Division of Forensic Science (DFS) reported 515 overdose deaths, an increase of more than 15% over 2020. The 515 deaths by county:
New Castle County: 334
Sussex County: 94
Kent County: 87
Of the 515 total deaths, DFS reported that 425 (82.5%) involved fentanyl, a decline of seven-tenths of a percentage point from 2020, and 221 involved cocaine, an increase of almost 9 percentage points from 2020.
Division of Public Health Director Dr. Kary Rattay urged those in active use of any illicit substances to get Narcan through DHSS’ mail-order Next Distro program, one of DSAMH’s Bridge Clinics, at a participating pharmacy – where no prescription is required – or at a Narcan training.
“This increased loss of life is heartbreaking,” Dr. Rattay said. “It is important for the public to know that fentanyl is being added to multiple types of illicit substances and is seen more commonly with amphetamines like cocaine. We know that Narcan can and does save lives, so we urge anyone who is actively using any illicit substances, as well as family and friends, to have Narcan on hand and be trained on how to use the medication. Additionally, we encourage Delawareans to download OpiRescue Delaware, a smartphone app that provides life-saving step-by-step instructions on how to respond to an overdose, including how to administer Narcan.”
In addition, under Delaware’s 911/Good Samaritan Law, people who call 9-1-1 to report an overdose and the person in medical distress cannot be arrested for low-level drug crimes.
To find Narcan training or distribution events, or a participating pharmacy, go to HelpIsHereDE.com, and click on the overdose prevention tab. The Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health’s Bridge Clinic locations and hours:
NEW CASTLE COUNTY DSAMH Central Office 14 Central Ave. New Castle, DE 19720 24/7 302-255-1650
New Castle County Hope Center 365 Airport Road New Castle, DE 19720 Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sat-Sun: 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 302-544-6815
KENT COUNTY James W. Williams State Service Center 805 River Road, Third Floor Dover, DE 19901 Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 302-857-5060
SUSSEX COUNTY Thurman Adams State Service Center 546 S. Bedford St. Georgetown, DE 19947 Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 302-515-3310
A Dover man was arrested on burglary charges after police say he allegedly broke into a home in Harrington.
According to Harrington Police, on Tuesday officers arrested 22-year-old Jamier V. Darling following a domestic related burglary on E. Milby Street in Harrington.
Arriving officers came into contact with Darling trying to leave the home and he was taken into custody without incident. After speaking to people inside the residence, officers say Darling allegedly entered the house through a window and then engaged in a verbal altercation with the victim.
Upon hearing the argument, other occupants who were inside at the time intervened and tried to remove Darling from the home.
A struggle ensued and Darling kicked a sink in the upstairs bathroom causing a pipe to burst and begin to flood the residence, according to police.
Darling was charged with Burglary First Degree (C Felony) and Criminal Mischief $5000 or more (G Felony). He was presented via video phone at Justice of the Peace Court 7 and released on $12,500 unsecured bond.
Darryl Naser, 29, of Far Rockaway, NY – Delaware State Police Dept.
A New York man was arrested on felony burglary charges after police say he tried to break into the home of a Camden couple who called 911 after they caught him urinating on their front lawn.
According to Delaware State Police, around 7:25 p.m., Monday troopers responded to the 400 block of Wheatleys Pond Road in Clayton for an attempted burglary complaint.
Police arrived and learned that the suspect had tried to make their way inside the home through the garage but was unsuccessful. A 51-year-old female victim who was home at the time was alerted to the motion in the garage and saw the suspect urinating on her front lawn, according to police.
The victim’s husband, who was also home at the time, confronted the suspect and he fled the property on a bicycle.
With the assistance of Camden Police Department, the suspect’s bicycle was located in the driveway of a home in the 1200 block of Wheatleys Pond Road. Officers confronted the suspect as he was leaving the house, which police say caused him to drop the stolen items and run.
Officers gave chase and successfully took the suspect, later identified as 29-year-old Darryl Naser, of Far Rockaway, New York into custody.
Naser was found to be in possession of approximately 1.88 grams of marijuana, police said. Further investigation revealed he had made entrance through an unlocked door and removed jewelry and electronics from within the home. All of the stolen items were recovered.
Naser was transported to Troop 3 where he was charged with Burglary 2nd Degree (Felony), Attempted Burglary 1st Degree (Felony), Theft Under $1,500, Lewdness, and Possession of Marijuana. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $35,000 cash bond.
A Seaford man has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit early Sunday morning.
Delaware State Police say a trooper attempted to stop 37-year-old Dontra Batson after he was observed traveling at a high rate of speed in his blue Ford Escape on southbound Sussex Highway near Concord Road. Batson allegedly led the pursuit down Concord Road, where he struck a home on Haven Drive and fled on foot. Officers chased him down and apprehended him without further incident.
A further investigation determined that Batson was impaired. Officers also found 2.89 grams of marijuana and 15 grams of cocaine. A Ruger 9mm handgun was also found, and computer check showed Batson was a convicted felon prohibited from having a firearm.
Batson was transported to Troop 5 and charged with the following offenses:
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Driving Under the Influence
Possession of Marijuana
Numerous traffic offenses
Batson was lodged at Sussex Correctional Institution on $23,850 cash bond.
Seaford Police are investigating what caused a fight to break out at a middle school celebration on Monday night.
Officials say just after 7:00 p.m. last night (June 6), the fight broke out between adults at the Seaford Hight School Football Stadium during a Middle School Bridge ceremony. The altercation resulted in two people being transported to a nearby hospital for minor injuries.
It took officers about 20 minutes to control the fight.
Anyone with information that could help the investigation is asked to contact Seaford Police at 302-629-6645.
Democrat State Auditor Kathy McGuiness has been re-indicted by a Grand Jury in Kent County on Monday.
The move comes after McGuiness’ attorney, Steve Wood, motioned that the case should be tried in Kent County because that is where the alleged crimes took place. Judge William C. Carpenter dismissed the case prior to her trial starting, and the case was brought to the Kent County grand jury on June 6.
McGuiness is accused of official misconduct (a misdemeanor), felony theft, structuring (non compliance with procurement law – a misdemeanor), and act of intimidation (felony).
McGuiness has long maintained her innocence and continues to work as State Auditor via a statement from her attorney after the initial indictment was handed down in October 2021.
“Delaware law does not prohibit family members from hiring family members, and there have been many instances of such employment all throughout state government – including in the Attorney General’s Office,” McGuiness said via her attorney, Steven Wood. “It is also true that, like millions of Americans, Ms. McGuiness’s daughter worked remotely during the COVID pandemic. However, the Indictment’s assumption that the only way for a state worker to work remotely is by using the State’s email network is false.”
Her trial date is to be determined.
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Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness was indicted by a grand jury Monday afternoon as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into multiple claims of misconduct while in office.
A press conference was held outside the New Castle County Courthouse where Attorney General Kathy Jennings said their investigation confirmed a “clear and disturbing pattern.”
“The investigation has confirmed a clear and disturbing pattern of behavior that was not only unethical, but it was against the law,” Jennings said. “We uncovered corruption, nepotism, fraud, and misconduct that implicated thousands of taxpayer dollars.”
The investigation, which Attorney General Jennings stressed remains ongoing, comes after several whistleblowers came forward to inform the state Department of Justice (DOJ) of the alleged misconduct.
The Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust was able to obtain an indictment following a full-scale investigation involving witness interviews and document reviews that officials say prove the allegations.
McGuiness was indicted on charges of conflict of interest in violation of the state’s code of conduct, felony theft, non-compliance with procurement law by structuring state payments, official misconduct, and felony witness intimidation.
Attorney General Jennings said the investigation uncovered a “sweetheart deal” to avoid oversight of State Auditor McGuiness’ state contract with campaign vendor ‘MyCampaignGroup.’
“She informed them of a loophole that would allow them to avoid a competitive bidding process by keeping the initial contract amount below $50,000,” Jennings stressed. “The bidding process exists to protect taxpayers. It’s there to prevent this exact behavior. A month later, the defendant entered into a contract with MyCampaignGroup, which was never submitted for public bidding whatsoever. In total, the State Auditor’s Office paid MyCampaignGroup $49,900, just $100 shy of the public bidding threshold thus avoiding public oversight.”
McGuiness illegally structured a series of payments, according to the DOJ, to MyCampaignGroup in order to remain under the state approval threshold. She later approached the company a second time, according to Jennings.
“It’s important to keep this in mind, this was done by the State Auditor, whose job is literally to protect your tax dollars from this very kind of spending.”
The investigation also uncovered what Attorney General Jennings said was “clear nepotism.”
McGuiness’ daughter and a friend were employed by the office, neither of whom were interviewed, according to the investigation.
As the pandemic triggered record unemployment across the country, Jennings said McGuiness fired an employee citing lack of work hours and two others left under the same premise, but despite that she still hired her daughter and her friend.
“The defendant’s daughter enrolled in a college in South Carolina. For months, despite not coming into work, never logging in remotely, barely ever sending so much as an email, her daughter continued to receive taxpayer checks. Those paychecks were deposited into an account co-owned by her mother, the defendant,” Jennings said. “As of August, 2021 the defendant still employs her daughter on the state payroll.”
McGuiness’ daughter has been paid over $19,000 in taxpayer dollars, according to the investigation, in addition to $8,000 paid to her daughter’s friend.
“She used her power to hire her daughter no questions asked,” Jennings said. “She paid her daughter thousands of tax dollars even when her daughter wasn’t showing up to work. And when her staff discovered her misconduct, and did the right thing by speaking up, the Auditor, whose job is to be a government watchdog, engaged in an extensive pattern of surveillance and intimidation against those whistleblowers.”
During the course of the investigation, officials discovered that McGuiness allegedly monitored and intimidated real or perceived whistleblowers.
Over three dozen requests were submitted to monitor employees emails, including at least one former employee at a completely separate agency, according to the DOJ.
Jennings stressed that the investigation remains ongoing and requested anyone with any pertinent information related to the investigation to come forward by calling (302) 577-5400.
Multiple requests to reach McGuiness for comment have went unanswered.
“If anyone should know better, it is the State Auditor,” Jennings said. “Instead, as our investigation has shown, Kathleen McGuiness carried out the very misbehavior that she was elected to stop.”
It was a hectic scene in Dewey Beach on Saturday night, as officers responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Saulsbury Street just before midnight.
A Delaware Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement agent reported hearing and seeing a gunshot and apprehended male suspects, all in their 20s and from the Pennsylvania area. When Dewey Beach Police arrived, it was determined through an investigation that they were involved in a large fight with other suspects who fled the scene. The suspects were taken into custody for questioning and later released. No charges have been filed at this time and police say those arrested were cooperating with the investigation.
Meanwhile, Starboard Restaurant in Dewey Beach is being praised for its response to the shooting, which cause a chaotic scene, as people scrambled to shelter and safety. Initial social media posts stated that the shooting took place at the restaurant, which Dewey Beach Police and the restaurant quickly said was not the case. Instead, the restaurant initiated safety protocols to ensure the safety of staff and patrons.
In a Facebook post, Starboard says “As soon as we were alerted of the incident, our security staff immediately initiated the safety protocols they’ve been trained to follow. They asked all patrons remain inside and “shelter in place” until we confirmed what was actually happening. We took action based on everyone’s best interest and safety, and as soon as we confirmed all was OK, we let everyone know it was safe to proceed with their evening.”
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact Dewey Beach Police at 302-227-1110 or Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333. No injuries were reported and no firearms were recovered on the scene.
A Greenwood man was arrested after police say he pointed a rifle at a group of kids in Harrington.
According to the Harrington Police Department, on Wednesday officers arrested 20-year-old Justin Williams on numerous weapons and aggravated menacing charges.
Around 6:30 p.m., officers were notified of an incident where a male suspect reportedly drove near where four juvenile victims were riding bicycles on West Mispillion Street.
As the vehicle approached the children, police say a male, later identified Williams, pointed a black rifle at the them.
The juveniles fled the scene and reported the incident to a parent who in turn called 911.
While officers were gathering information from two of the victims and a parent, they were notified of a witness who had attained a tag number from the suspect’s vehicle.
Officers were able to identify Williams as the suspect through the information provided by the witness.
Police made contact with Williams at his home in Greenwood where he was taken into custody without incident.
While on the scene, officers secured a black .22 caliber rifle.
Williams was transported to the Harrington Police Department on a slew of charges and was later committed to the Sussex Correctional Institute in lieu of $50,000 cash bond.
26-year-old Jordan Walls, of Georgetown, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Georgetown man was arrested on felony manslaughter charges following a shooting that killed a 54-year-old woman.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 6 p.m., Tuesday as troopers responded to the 22000 block of Deep Branch Road in Georgetown for reports that a woman had been shot.
When police arrived they located a 54-year-old female victim inside of the home suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identification is pending notification to next of kin.
Police say 26-year-old Jordan Walls was showing the victim his weapon at the home and a gunshot was fired. Troopers recovered a 20-gauge shotgun at scene.
Walls was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 4 where he was charged with the following crimes: Manslaughter (Felony) and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony). He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $120,000 cash bond.
Delaware State Police have released the identity of the bus aide who was arrested and charged after allegedly punching an eight-year-old girl with Down Syndrome in the Cape Henlopen School District.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred on January 21, 2022 when Clar Ellen Branca, a now former bus monitor for the Cape Henlopen School District, struck an eight-year-old girl in the head on a school bus.
A warrant for Branca’s arrest was drafted on March 18 after the school resource officer at Milton Elementary School where the student attends reviewed the case with the Attorney General’s Office.
Branca turned herself in to State Police on March 21 and was charged with Offensive Touching and Endangering the Welfare of a Child, both misdemeanors. The case is still pending adjudication at this time.
TV Delmarva News Director Rob Petree was able to sit down over the weekend with Ryan Pickett who addressed the Cape Henlopen School Board on Thursday, April 28 where he spoke about an incident that occurred in January on a school bus involving his daughter who has down syndrome.
Pickett tells us how he and his wife didn’t learn about what happened until two weeks after the incident occurred by Delaware State Police.
“It happened on January 21, my wife got a phone call from the State Police Resource Officer telling us that there had been an incident on the 21st, which was two weeks before,” Pickett tells our news department. “We immediately wanted to find out what happened, so that was a Friday afternoon and I, over the weekend, left a message with the Superintendent asking to speak with him regarding this.”
All requests to meet with Cape Henlopen School District Superintendent Bob Fulton went ignored, according to Pickett who said he was finally able to meet with two other district officials who allowed he and his wife to review what happened through the school bus surveillance footage.
The severity of what happened didn’t really sink in until Pickett and his wife viewed the video footage from the bus that allegedly shows the aide punch their eight-year-old daughter twice in the head, all the while screaming profanities.
“The video shows her punching our daughter in the head twice,” Pickett stated. “Also, on top of it, they’re saying from the district that they can’t hear what the woman is saying, and that the bus driver didn’t know, but from the video and us watching the video, and I’m confident when you watch the video you’ll hear the same thing, you can hear very clearly what the lady is saying. She’s verbally assaulting our daughter and yelling at her.”
After it was clear Superintendent Bob Fulton would not meet with the family, Pickett took his concerns to the Cape Henlopen School Board. He was cut off by Board President Dr. Alison Myers who said “sir, that’s your three minutes. Mr. Pickett, that’s your three minutes” to which Pickett responded by saying “I can finish here or with the local news” to which Dr. Myers responded by saying “that’s what you’re going to have to do sir, three minutes is all you have.”
Interestingly enough, Dr. Myers, according to her biography on the Cape Henlopen School District website, is a former special education teacher. TV Delmarva’s Rob Petree reached out to Dr. Myers in an email:
‘You cut him off right at 3 minutes, when the board can and has in the past extended time for sensitive issues like this, but yet you cut him off and were entirely unsympathetic to the issue he and his family are facing due to a lack of due diligence on the part of the school district. Seeing as you are a former special education teacher, how do you justify how you treated Mr. Pickett?‘
We have yet to receive a response from Dr. Myers.
Pickett says he received a plethora of praise for his restraint at the callous way the board treated him, but the issue dives much deeper than that and is deeply concerning.
“It’s funny, I’m getting a lot of respect for my restraint, and I am naturally a very mild-mannered person, anybody who knows me would probably say that, but I was in my seat and there’s a couple times you can hear me yelling and her saying ‘sir’ and the plan with all of this was not to make this some big known thing,” Pickett stressed. “When we originally went to the school district, we wanted help for our daughter and we wanted to make sure that this never happened again, we gave them time to do it, and the district failed on all accounts.”
Pickett, rightfully upset as he reflected on what transpired, questioned the moral and ethics of the school board as a result of how he was treated, specifically Dr. Alison Myers.
“They proved that they’re more interested in securing their six figure jobs than they are protecting the children that they’re mandated to protect,” Pickett said. “When I began the speech, I was pretty calm, I think I even joked with them in the very beginning, but this is a situation that is very troubling as a parent. Every time I talk about it, it reminds me that my child was punched by a member of the Cape Henlopen School District, and they’re doing nothing about it. So, to be cut off by a woman with a special education background, a woman who has her own children, and I’m sure she’s a wonderful mother, but she has proven that she doesn’t care about my kids and that tells me that she’s probably not in the position that she needs to be in.”
Pickett and his family are calling on the school board to investigate the incident and find out if this happened to their daughter more than the one time they’re aware of, and if the aide abused other children. So far, the district has refused to say whether or not they’re investigating.
We reached out to the Cape Henlopen School District and were issued the following response from Communications Coordinator, Stephanie DeMalto:
“In response to your May 13, 2022 email, you have requested information pertaining to the conduct of a former employee and related matters. We take the safety of all of our students very seriously and hold all of our employees to the highest of standards. The individual involved is no longer an employee of the District. Under Delaware law, even former employees have privacy rights, and thus we cannot provide further comment.“
In a follow-up response, we formally requested an interview with Superintendent Bob Fulton and are awaiting a response.
The Down Syndrome Association of Delaware has issued a statement and is assisting the family of the eight-year-old girl who was assaulted by a bus aide in the Cape Henlopen School District.
“Recently the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware (DSA of DE) became notified of an incident regarding alleged abuse of an 8-year-old girl with Down syndrome in Cape Henlopen School District. Our organization has been in direct communication with the child’s family and is currently providing support through this extremely difficult situation,” Lauren Camp Gates, Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware stated. “The DSA of DE holds a formal partnership with the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children since 2018. As stated in our Child Protection Policy, we are devoted to the safety of individuals with Down syndrome. We understand that this incident poses great concern to many of our families, particularly those who have individuals in this school district.”
The organization also linked to our full report in their statement.
This remains a developing story that TV Delmarva continues to investigate.
The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that damaged an unoccupied vehicle on Thursday night.
According to the Dover Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:54 p.m. as officers responded to the Capitol Green neighborhood for a report of shots fired.
Shortly thereafter, police say a 23-year-old male notified police that his vehicle had been struck by gunfire multiple times.
The vehicle was parked in the rear alley of the 400 Block of New Castle Avenue and was struck at least seven times.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact police.
72-year-old Gloria Williams, of New Castle, DE – Delaware State Police
A 72-year-old New Castle woman was arrested on felony assault charges after police say she stabbed a person who tried to throw away her walker.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., Tuesday at the Hollywood Motel on South Dupont Highway in New Castle.
Police arrived and learned that a 57-year-old victim was engaged in a verbal argument with 72-year-old Gloria Williams over a suspected theft, according to police. The argument escalated and turned physical.
After the two were separated, police say a short time later the victim tried to throw Williams’ walker in the dumpster. During this action, Williams allegedly produced a knife and stabbed the victim in the upper extremity. The victim was treated at an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
When police arrived, Williams reportedly still had the knife in her hand. The knife was recovered and she was taken into custody without incident.
Williams was charged with Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony) and Assault 2nd Degree (Felony). She was arraigned and committed to the Delores J. Baylor Correctional Institution on $30,000 secured bond.
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Weather: An isolated sprinkle or shower may be possible for the rest of this evening as even more clouds begin to settle in. More gray and breezy conditions will be back on Thursday with rain developing during the overnight hours. Rain is in the forecast this weekend for the last hoorah for this coastal storm before much warmer and drier weather settles in.
Police are investigating after a 12-year-old and 17-year-old were shot Tuesday night in Dover.
According to the Dover Police Department, shortly before 9 p.m., Tuesday officers were called to the 400 Block of Barrister Place for a report of shots fired.
When officers arrived, several shell casings were located at the rear of a home.
While on-scene, police learned that a 12-year-old male and 17-year-old male had been shot.
The 17-year-old was flown to Christiana Hospital with a gunshot wound to the lower torso, and the 12-year-old was shot in the hand and remained in Dover for treatment. Both are expected to survive their injuries.
Police say both victims provided multiple and differing accounts of the incident.
Anyone with any information is urged to contact police.
18-year-old Kyree Coxon, of Rehoboth Beach, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Rehoboth teen was arrested on drug and weapons charges in Milton.
According to Delaware State Police, around 11:30 a.m., Monday troopers on patrol in the Milton area spotted a black Cadillac sedan traveling northbound on Coastal Highway south of Broadkill Road at a high rate of speed.
The trooper conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and made contact with the operator and sole occupant, identified as 18-year-old Kyree Coxon, of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
As police made contact with Coxon, troopers reportedly smelled a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle’s interior.
Coxon was subsequently taken into custody at the scene without incident. A search of the Cadillac led to the discovery of approximately 64.47 grams of marijuana, a FHN 9-millimeter handgun, and over $1,100 in suspected drug proceeds.
Coxon was charged with Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony), Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony), Possession of Marijuana Other Than Personal Use Quantity, and numerous traffic offenses. He was arraigned and released on $8,500 unsecured bond.
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Weather: More cloudy and breezy conditions will continue into the overnight hours tonight. Similar ordeal once we get into Wednesday with more clouds, breezy conditions, and a cooler day overall. We will see that coastal low make a return towards the weekend with more rain chances but warmer weather is finally on the way towards the weekend.
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Weather: it may be sunny and all the rain is gone, for now, we are still dealing with the issues with this late-season coastal storm here on Delmarva. Clouds will return a little bit tonight with more cooler days ahead. Not to mention more rounds of coastal flooding with each high tide this week. But the good news is warmer weather is finally on the way later this week.
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Weather: We are patiently awaiting the arrival of our long-duration late-season nor’easter moving into the region tonight. Expect heavy rainfall, gusty winds, scattered strong thunderstorms, and the primary threat being coastal flooding. These conditions will continue throughout the entire weekend but the good news is we have much drier and warmer weather ahead next week.
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Weather: Clouds will still be remaining in place as we head into the overnight hours tonight. We are continuing to watch out for the threat of heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding concerns throughout the weekend all thanks to a late-season nor’easter.
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Weather: Showers and a few isolated thunderstorms are possible for the rest of this afternoon into the early evening hours. We get a break from the wet weather for your Thursday with slightly cooler conditions. But the big story is a late season nor’easter that will be battering the coastlines during the holiday weekend.
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Weather: we will still be under the impacts of a stationary boundary as we head into the overnight hours with showers developing just after midnight. We will see the sun return on Wednesday with very warm temperatures and the possibility of seeing an afternoon thunderstorm. We get a break from the precipitation on Thursday but there is the chance of a coastal storm to finish out the week.
A Sussex County man has been sentenced to two years in prison for a hate crime involving a neighbor.
James Raab, of Laurel, was sentenced on April 22 after pleading guilty to felony Hate Crime, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony, Aggravated Menacing, and Resisting Arrest.
Raab, 38, was arrested following investigation into an incident in which he threatened a neighbor with a knife while yelling racial slurs, according to the Delaware Attorney General’s Office.
“These crimes have the potential to shake entire communities and rob them of their sense of peace and security,” said Attorney General Kathy Jennings. “We cannot allow racial, religious, or other hate-motivated crime to fester. I am grateful to the prosecutors in the Division of Civil Rights & Public Trust and Delaware State Police for working to ensure that hate has no safe quarter in this state.”
Raab has remained incarcerated since his arrest on May, 25, 2021. This sentence was secured by Deputy Attorney General David Skoranski with the assistance of DOJ Paralegal Trisha McGinnis following an investigation led by the Delaware State Police, Troop 5.
Javian Scott, 18, of Dover, DE – Dover Police Dept.
A Dover man has been arrested on drug and weapons charges.
The Dover Police Department arrested 18-year-old Javian Scott on gun charges during a traffic stop on Saturday night, according to police. Officers stopped Scott in the area of Lincoln Street and Forrest Street for a motor vehicle violation around 10:58 p.m.
During the stop, police say they could smell a strong odor of marijuana in the vehicle. During a search, they located 23 grams of marijuana, a loaded .45 caliber handgun under the driver seat, and a loaded revolver in a backpack inside the vehicle.
Scott was released after posting a $25,000 secured bond on the following charges: Possession of Firearm/Ammo by Person Prohibited (3x), Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon (2x), and Possession of Marijuana.
The Dover Police Department is investigating a large fight that resulted in shots being fired at Schutte Park on Saturday evening.
According to the Dover Police Department, the incident occurred 7:08 p.m. as officers were called to the park for a report of shots fired. When they arrived, police say a large uncooperative crowd was dispersing
Officers located multiple shell casings in the area and found that one vehicle was struck. No injuries were reported. It was learned that there was a large gathering/party in the park and that a fight occurred prior to shots being fired.
If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
Andrew White, 35, of Lincoln, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A wanted Lincoln man was arrested on felony charges after police say he resisted arrested.
According to Delaware State Police, around 1:30 p.m., Sunday troopers on patrol witnessed 35-year-old Andrew White walking northbound on Greentop Road, south of Ross Road.
The trooper was familiar with White and knew that he had several active warrants for his arrest, according to police. A traffic stop was initiated and during the interaction, police say White fled the scene on foot.
After a brief foot pursuit, the trooper tried to take White into custody, but police say he resisted and had a physical altercation with the trooper.
White was successfully taken into custody and the trooper was not injured during the incident, but there was damage to his uniform.
White was charged with Resisting Arrest (Felony), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Criminal Mischief, and Disorderly Conduct. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $2,400 secured bond.
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Weather: A warm and sunny afternoon today will lead to an increase in clouds once we get into the overnight hours tonight. Tomorrow will be a few degrees colder with a persistent onshore breeze keeping our coastal location a little bit on the chilly side. Multiple rain chances are expected this week all the way into this weekend.
Donald Sheldon, 51, of Wilmington, DE – Delaware State Police
A Wilmington man was arrested on his 8th DUI charge in Lewes.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, around 1:59 p.m., Saturday a trooper on patrol observed a blue Ford Expedition traveling at a high rate of speed on northbound Coastal Highway in the area of Dartmouth Drive.
A traffic stop was initiated and the trooper made contact with the operator of the Ford, identified as 51-year-old Donald Sheldon. Upon contact with Sheldon, the trooper reportedly observed signs of impairment and a DUI investigation ensued.
Sheldon was subsequently taken into custody at the scene without incident. A computer inquiry revealed that Sheldon had been convicted for seven prior DUI offenses.
Sheldon was charged with Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol (Felony) and Speeding. He was arraigned and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $20,050 secured bond.
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Weather: Critical fire weather conditions continue throughout the afternoon and evening hours as we have another night of clear skies and chilly temperatures. Saturday we will finally be done with the windy conditions and will favor some even warmer temperatures as well. The rain chances return from Sunday through Wednesday with even warmer temperatures on the horizon.
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Weather: critical fire weather remains a threat for the rest of this afternoon and a good chunk of this evening before the winds start calming down. Another chilly night in-store with an area of high pressure dominating our weather conditions. a warmer day is in store for Friday with a return of those winds. and a bigger warm-up on the way next week.
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Weather: Sunny and breezy conditions will continue throughout the rest of the afternoon hours as an area of high pressure begins to settle in for the rest of this week. we are in store for a rather chilly night similar to what we would see during the winter months. more sunny skies for Thursday with more in the way of windy conditions before a nice warm-up on the way this weekend.
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Weather: We are patiently awaiting the arrival of a cold front to move through over the next several hours giving us the chance of some scattered rain showers and maybe an isolated thunderstorm. Cooler weather will filter in behind this front tonight and we will see an increase in those winds over the next day or two. A slow and steady warm-up is ahead towards this weekend with more rain chances on the way early next week.
6-year-old Shawn Taylor of Houtzdale, PA and 25-year-old Naim Abdullah of Aston, PA.
Delaware State Police have arrested two subjects for weapons and drug charges following a traffic stop that occurred on Sunday evening.
On April 24th, 2022 at approximately 8:51 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the Wilmington, DE area observed a black Dodge Challenger traveling at a high rate of speed on southbound Interstate 495 in the area of Cauffiel Parkway. A traffic stop was initiated and the trooper made contact with the occupants, which included 26-year-old Shawn Taylor of Houtzdale, PA and 25-year-old Naim Abdullah of Aston, PA. Upon contacting the occupants, a strong odor of marijuana was detected emitting from the vehicle’s interior. A subsequent search of the Challenger led to the discovery of approximately 0.68 grams of marijuana and a loaded Springfield handgun. Computer checks of Taylor and Abdullah revealed that both subjects were convicted felons prohibited from possessing a firearm.
Taylor and Abdullah were taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 1, where they were both charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Possession of Marijuana
Both Taylor and Abdullah were arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 11 and committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on $30,001 cash bond.
Delaware State Police have arrested 26-year-old Devon McCray of Frankford, DE on drug charges following a traffic stop on Sunday afternoon.
On April 24th, 2022 at approximately 3:04 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the Millsboro, DE area observed a motorcycle stopped on the east side of Cannon Road just north of Devon Road. The motorcycle did not have a registration plate displayed, and the operator was observed standing on the roadside. The trooper attempted to contact the individual, but the operator attempted to flee the scene on the motorcycle and then on foot. A foot chase ensued and the operator, identified as Devon McCray, was taken into custody without incident. A search of McCray led to the discovery of approximately 1.743 grams of suspected heroin and approximately 12.22 grams of cocaine.
McCray was transported to Troop 4 and charged with the following offenses:
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance in a Tier 2 Quantity (Felony)
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Numerous traffic charges
McCray was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and released on $31,350 unsecured bond.
Delaware State Police have arrested 30-year-old Arkeem Adkins of Millsboro, DE for theft of a motor vehicle and other charges following a traffic stop that occurred on Saturday afternoon.
On April 23rd, 2022 at approximately 3:32 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the Dagsboro, DE area observed a black Mercedes C300 traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on Iron Branch Road in the area of Bunting Road. The trooper initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle on Colonial Estates Avenue east of Iron Branch Road and made contact with the operator, identified as Arkeem Adkins. Upon contacting Adkins, a strong odor of marijuana was detected emitting from the vehicle’s interior. A subsequent search of the Mercedes led to the discovery of approximately 0.078 grams of marijuana. A computer inquiry of Adkins showed that he had a suspended driver’s license and an active warrant for his arrest. Computer checks also revealed that the Mercedes C300 had been reported as stolen by Delaware State Police Troop 4 on April 21st, 2022.
Adkins was transported to Troop 4 and charged with the following offenses:
Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony)
Theft Under $1,500
Possession of Marijuana
Driving While Suspended / Revoked
Speeding
Adkins was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $500 secured bond.
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Weather: Influences of a pesky stationary boundary will keep the clouds in the region tonight along with the shot of some patchy fog for our coastal locations. We will see a return of that sunshine tomorrow out ahead of a cold front that will be sparking some showers in the afternoon and evening hours. behind that front will bring in some below-average temperatures and some wind to finish out the week.
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Weather: A warm-weather weekend is ahead with well above average temperatures and dry conditions. But a big cool down is on the way next week.
Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Dyquan Snead of Harrington, DE following a traffic stop that occurred on Thursday night.
On April 21st, 2022 at approximately 11:45 p.m., a trooper on patrol in the Lewes, DE area observed a white Nissan Altima traveling northbound on Coastal Highway in the area of Nassau Road. A computer inquiry of the vehicle’s registration revealed that the owner of the Altima, who was listed as Dyquan Snead, had a suspended driver’s license and an active warrant for his arrest. The trooper confirmed Snead was the operator, and a traffic stop was initiated. Upon contacting Snead, a strong odor of marijuana was detected emitting from the vehicle’s interior. Snead was taken into custody without incident, and a subsequent search of the Altima led to the discovery of approximately 90.19 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, over $380 in suspected drug proceeds, and a Smith & Wesson handgun with an obliterated serial number.
Snead was transported to Troop 7 and charged with the following offenses:
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Weapon With an Obliterated Serial Number (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – 2 counts
Driving While Suspended or Revoked
Failure to Have Insurance Identification in Possession
Snead was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $70,500 cash bond.
Six people have been arrested after an investigation into a wanted individual.
Delaware State Police say on April 20, they responded to the area of Mill Street in Harrington to arrest 22-year-old Khaliell Pitts of Felton for a probation violation. Pitts allegedly fled on foot when contacted by officers, he was arrested a short pursuit later without incident and reportedly has about 1.5 grams of marijuana.
Police say 23-year-old Marc Johnson of Milford, 24-year-old Jackie Mitchell of Dover, 20-year-old Jajuan Reid of Harrington, 21-year-old Tyler Ellingsworth-Conde of Viola, and 24-year-old Laquan Johnson of Wilmington were all with Pitts.
Police say Johnson also fled on foot at was apprehended and found a loaded handgun on him.
Officers also uncovered an additional 123.94 grams of marijuana on Ellingsworth-Conde and Reid had 4.5 grams of marijuana on him.
The following charges were levied on the suspects:
Khaliell Pitts
Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of Marijuana
Pitts was issued a $6,001 secured bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.
Marc Johnson
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of Marijuana
Marc Johnson was issued a $43,000 cash bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.
Tyler Ellingsworth-Conde
Possession With Intent to Deliver a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Ellingsworth-Conde was released on his own recognizance.
Jackie Mitchell
Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Mitchell was issued a $15,000 cash bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.
Laquan Johnson
Illegal Gang Participation (Felony)
Conspiracy Second Degree (Felony)
Laquan Johnson was issued a $15,000 cash bond and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution.
Jajuan Reid
Possession of Marijuana
Reid was issued a civil citation and released.
Delaware State Police have arrested 23-year-old Kyree Robinson of Dover, DE for murder and other related charges following a shooting incident that occurred in Dover in May 2021.
On May 15th, 2021, at approximately 5:42 p.m., troopers responded to Uplift Barber Shop located at 1534 Governors Avenue, Dover, DE for a shooting incident. The investigation determined 23-year-old Javon D. Jones of Dover was a patron in the barbershop when an unknown male suspect entered through the front door of the business and fired multiple shots at Jones, striking him in the upper torso before fleeing on foot. Jones was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Through investigative measures, the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit identified Kyree Robinson as the suspect and obtained warrants for his arrest. On April 20th, 2022, Robinson was charged with the following crimes:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
He was arraigned by the Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and issued a $1,070,000 cash bond. Robinson, who was incarcerated at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution at the time of his arraignment, remained in the custody of the Department of Corrections.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective M. Ryde of the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit by calling 302-698-8557. Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppers.com.
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Weather: Clouds will finally begin to clear out later tonight with an even nicer Friday ahead. Not to mention a very warm weekend in store with plenty of sunshine.
A Laurel woman is speaking out after her car was broken into and her late brother’s necklace was stolen.
Angel Oliver says her heart dropped when she woke up Tuesday morning and learned that a man had broke into her car the night before and stole a gold necklace that belonged to her brother who passed away seven years ago.
“The morning after it happened, I got on Facebook,” Angel said. “My neighbor had posted a video about a man that was trying to get into his car and he said for all the neighbors to check their cameras. I checked the front cameras, and sure enough, 12:45, got a hit, watched the video and there’s a man who walks right up to my car and opens the drivers door and gets into my car. And you can see him going through stuff in my car.”
Angel said as soon as she saw what happened on her surveillance video, she realized that she had left her late brother’s gold necklace in a cup holder inside her vehicle. Fighting back tears, she explained to us what the necklace means to her and her family.
“He’s [Angel’s late brother] been gone seven years and I never take it off,” Angel explained. “I take it off to get in the shower, or if I’m doing something where I don’t want to break it, I take it with me, it just happened to be in the car the one time I forgot to lock my car, I always lock my car, always.”
The necklace is the only thing left that Angel has of her late brother. She pleaded with the suspect directly, hoping he see’s the interview, urging him to return it, vowing not to pursue anything any further if he just returns the necklace.
“That’s the only thing I have from him,” Angel stressed. “I just want, if you can just leave it somewhere, I won’t show your face, I won’t show anything, I won’t pursue this anymore, but I’m going to continue to pursue this until I find you, to at least find out what you did with it to see if I can get it back, but no questions asked if you return this to me I won’t pursue this anymore. I just want the necklace.”
The same suspect, who appears to have been carrying a backup at the time of the incident, was also caught on another resident’s camera, just a few houses down on 6th street in Laurel.
Laurel Police are aware of the incident and are investigating.
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Weather: High pressure begins to settle in keeping the warmer temperatures around but will see an increase in clouds later tonight. Warmer weather is on the way this weekend as well.
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Weather: Breezy and chilly conditions continue into the overnight hours tonight. Warm temperatures are in store for Wednesday before a bigger warm-up is on the way this weekend.
Two men were arrested after police say a traffic stop turned up drugs in Milford.
According to the Milford Police Department, the incident occurred around 7:30 a.m., April 11, as an officer was conducting a uniformed patrol in the area of N. Walnut St. and Buccaneer Blvd. when he observed a white Chrysler 300 with dark window tint.
Further investigation revealed that the vehicle did not have a tint waiver, at which time police say a traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as 19-year-old James Eley, of Milford, with passenger 21-year-old Tyone Matthews, of Dover.
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As officers made contact with Eley, an odor of marijuana was found emanating from the vehicle, and both occupants were removed. Officers located large zip lock bags containing a total of 97.5 grams of marijuana, a digital scale, and a black smith and Wesson hand gun under the passenger seat.
Both parties were searched and Matthews was found to have oxycodone pills and large sum of currency on his person, according to police. Eley and Mathews were arrested and transported to the Milford Police Department. Warrants for both men were sent to a Justice of the Peace Court and approved.
Eley was charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia not related to personal quantity use (marijuana), and failure to have insurance identification. He was arraigned at the Justice of the Peace Court 3 and committed to The Sussex Correctional Institution in lieu of $10,500.00 secured bail.
Matthews was charged with Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, two counts of possess purchase, own or control of a firearm or ammunition by a person prohibited, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, and carrying a concealed deadly weapon. Matthews was arraigned and committed to The Sussex Correction Institution in lieu of $55,000 secured bail.
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Weather: A coastal storm is beginning to develop this afternoon and evening bringing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding concerns.
43-year-old William Tatman, of Lincoln, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Lincoln man is behind bars after police say he stole a car and led them on a chase through Rehoboth.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 5:10 p.m., Saturday as troopers responded to the 20,000 block of Coastal Highway in Rehoboth for a theft in progress.
A white male suspect was spotted going through vehicles on the property and was confronted by a witness, according to police. The suspect then fled towards the Loft apartments across the highway and located a 2006 Infiniti M35 running in the rear of the apartment complex.
Police say the suspect then entered the vehicle belonging to a 21-year-old male victim. As the first trooper arrived on scene, he reportedly witnessed the victim being dragged as he was attempting to open the driver side door to stop the suspect from driving away.
The trooper activated his emergency lights and sirens and tried to stop the suspect, but he fled in the stolen vehicle. A pursuit ensued onto westbound Lewes-Georgetown Highway where the suspect allegedly tried to strike a trooper who was in the process of deploying stop sticks.
The pursuit continued to the area of Route 30 and Reynolds Pond Road where a trooper successfully deployed stop sticks disabling the stolen car. The suspect, identified as 43-year-old William Tatman, was taken into custody without further incident.
Tatman has been charged with Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)- 2 counts, Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony)- 2 counts, Disregarding a Police Officer Signal (Felony), Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Felony), Theft Under $1,500- 3 counts, Resisting Arrest, and Numerous Traffic Violations. He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $146,353.00 cash bond.
A 29-year-old man has been hospitalized after he was shot in both legs outside Irish Mike’s bar in Dover.
According to the Dover Police Department, shortly before 1 a.m., Saturday officers were called to the area of Irish Mike’s bar on Loockerman Street after receiving reported of shots fired. When officers arrived, they located a 29-year-old male victim in front of 8 Loockerman Street (Citizen’s Bank) with gunshot wounds to both upper legs.
Officers immediately rendered aid to the victim until emergency medical personnel arrived and transported him to Bayhealth Kent Campus where he remains hospitalized.
Officers located a trail of blood from the front sidewalk of Irish Mike’s to where the victim was located in front of Citizen’s Bank. Video surveillance showed a large disorderly crowd on South Bradford Street, just north of W. Loockerman Street. Police say the crowd dispersed quickly along with a small group of people in front of Irish Mikes, which may have been a result of shots being fired.
During the incident, the victim was spotted running away in the direction of Citizen’s Bank where he was found by officers.
If you wish to provide information on this case or other criminal activity, please contact the Dover Police Department at (302)736-7130. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
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Weather: Warm, sunny, and mild conditions will continue this evening before more clouds arrive tonight. Saturday will be filled with clouds, mild temperatures, and some isolated rain chances in the evening hours. And a dry Easter Sunday is ahead!
38-year-old Tara Madden, of Selbyville, DE – Delaware State Police Dept.
A Selbyville woman was arrested on several warrants following a traffic stop in Greenwood.
According to the Delaware State Police Department, the incident occurred around 3:56 p.m., Thursday as an officer with the Greenwood Police Department witnessed a tan Chevrolet Cruze traveling southbound on Sussex Highway in the area of Market Street.
The driver of the Cruze failed to stop at the red light and a traffic stop was initiated. The officer made contact with the driver and owner of the vehicle, 38-year-old Tara Madden. A computer check revealed she had four active criminal warrants for her arrest, stemming from numerous incidents that occurred throughout March and April in the Frankford, Millville, and Millsboro areas.
Madden was taken into custody without incident and transported to Troop 5 where she was charged with Theft of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Theft Greater Than $1,500 (Felony), Theft From a Senior (Felony) – 2 counts, Criminal Mischief, and Offensive Touching. She was arraigned and released on $4,500 unsecured bond.
Dozens were arrested and Delaware State Police are searching for others wanted in connection with a large-scale drug investigation on Delmarva.
In November 2020, Delaware State Police began a large-scale drug investigation named “Operation Dawg House.”
Operation Dawg House targeted the George Johnson Drug Trafficking Organization, where George Johnson, 40, of Bridgeville, was identified as the organization head. Johnson’s organization was targeted due to the increase of heroin overdoses and Clenbuterol profile possession of heroin cases occurring in Sussex County and Worcester County, Maryland.
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In Delaware, 16 overdose cases were reported, four being fatal. Additionally, two overdose deaths occurred in Worcester and Wicomico County, Maryland.
The year-long investigation involved local and state agencies in Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania working together to combat the heroin and opioid drug distribution.
During the investigation, numerous members of Johnson’s organization were identified, and a hierarchy of distribution was established. In total, 55 individuals were indicted or arrested on street warrants.
Currently, 51 individuals have been arrested and four individuals are still wanted, including George Johnson.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of these wanted individuals is asked to contact Delaware State Police Troop 4 by calling 302-856-5850 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333.
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Weather: As we head into the afternoon and evening hours. we are watching for the chance of some isolated thunderstorms with a cool down on the way this weekend.
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Weather: Extremely mild temperatures will remain until Thursday as we have the chance of some scattered thunderstorms by the afternoon hours.
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Weather: Mild conditions this afternoon will give way to some increasing clouds by Wednesday morning. Exceptionally warm temperatures are expected for Wednesday well into the 80s.
Delaware State Police have arrested 27-year-old Arthur Darden of Dover, DE for weapons and drug offenses following a traffic stop on Monday afternoon.
On April 11th, 2022, at approximately 12:41 p.m., a trooper on patrol in Laurel, DE observed a black Kia Sportage speeding and changing lanes without signaling on Sussex Highway south of Gordy Road. A traffic stop was initiated on Sussex Highway at Dorothy Road and contact was made with the operator, identified as Arthur Darden. Troopers observed signs of impairment on Darden and opened alcohol containers inside the vehicle. A subsequent DUI investigation ensued and Darden was taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 13.79 grams of marijuana, a pair of brass knuckles, and a 9-millimeter handgun. A computer inquiry revealed Darden is a convicted felon prohibited from possessing a firearm.
Darden was transported to Troop 5 and charged with the following offenses:
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While Possessing a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Marijuana
Carrying a Concealed Dangerous Instrument
Possession of a Firearm While Under the Influence
Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol and Drugs
Speeding
Improper Lane Change
Darden was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 2 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $11,300 cash bond.
Delaware State Police arrested 50-year-old Richard Cook of Lincoln, DE for 8th-offense DUI and other charges following a crash investigation on Monday afternoon.
On April 11th, 2022, at approximately 2:57 p.m., troopers responded to the intersection of southbound Dupont Boulevard and Redden Road, Georgetown, DE regarding a motor vehicle collision. Upon their arrival, troopers contacted Richard Cook, the operator of a black Nissan Quest. The Quest had overturned onto its side in the wooded area west of Dupont Boulevard, and the two passengers, a 49-year-old female victim, and a 45-year-old male victim had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The victims were transported to Bayhealth Sussex Hospital for medical treatment. Troopers observed signs of impairment on Cook and a DUI investigation ensued. Cook was subsequently taken into custody without incident at the scene. A search of Cook’s vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 2.04 grams of marijuana, suspected liquid heroin, drug paraphernalia, two fixed-blade knives, and a Hopkins & Allen Arms Co. revolver. Cook is a convicted felon who is prohibited from possessing firearms and/or deadly weapons.
A computer inquiry revealed that Cook’s driver’s license was suspended and he had been convicted for seven prior DUI offenses. Cook was transported to Troop 5 and charged with the following offenses:
Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Drugs (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) – 2 counts
Vehicular Assault Second Degree – 2 counts
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Driving While Suspended or Revoked
Possession of Marijuana
Cook was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $39,501 cash bond.
Clayton Sample; Curtis Collick (Left to Right) – Delaware State Police Dept.
A dispute between two neighbors led to the arrest of both after they opened fire on each other outside their homes in Millsboro.
According to Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 6:42 p.m., Saturday when troopers responded to reports of a shooting in the 28000 block of Mount Joy Road.
The investigation determined 36-year-old Curtis Collick, and 47-year-old Clayton Sample, both of Millsboro, who are neighbors, were involved in a verbal dispute outside their homes on Mount Joy Road.
The argument escalated and both men fired multiple gunshots at each other, according to police. Curtis was struck one time in the lower torso area and fled in a vehicle prior to the arrival of police.
Troopers responding to the scene spotted Curtis’ vehicle and a traffic stop was conducted.
EMS responded and transported him to an area hospital where he was treated for a non-life-threatening injury and released. Clayton was uninjured and taken into custody without incident at the scene and transported to Delaware State Police Troop 4.
Curtis was charged with Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), and Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony). He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $152,000.00 cash bond.
Clayton was charged with Assault First Degree (Felony), Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony), and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony). He was arraigned and committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $130,000.00 cash bond.
Two men have been arrested for the shooting death of a 49-year-old Laurel man on Thursday.
Delaware State Police say they responded to the 18000 block of Laurel Road just after midnight on reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his torso. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
An investigation determined that the victim had gotten into an altercation with 18-year-old Josiah Garrison of Denton, MD and 21-year-old Ramon Duker of Millsboro. Police say after the victim was shot in the altercation, the men allegedly held an acquaintance of the victim at gunpoint to drive away from the scene.
Police apprehended the suspects after they went to Beebe Medical Center in Lewes to treat an injury.
Duker and Garrison face several charges, including:
Murder First Degree (Felony)
Robbery First Degree (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Kidnapping Second Degree (Felony)
Conspiracy First Degree (Felony)
Both suspects have been arraigned and lodged at SCI on $1,146,000 cash bond. Delaware State Police are asking any potential witnesses to contact them at 302-741-2821 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333.
The Dover Police Department arrested 22-year-old Kwamai Johnson on Thursday evening on firearms and drug offenses.
Johnson was contacted along with a female passenger during a traffic stop at approximately 8:00 p.m. in the area of North Governors Avenue and West Division Street. Police say he was seen placing a handgun underneath the driver’s seat by officers and then fled on foot but was taken into custody in the area of Fulton Street and North Governors Avenue.
During a search of the vehicle, officers located 50.7 grams of marijuana, 3.5 doses of oxycodone, a digital scale, and the loaded 9mm handgun under the driver’s seat.
Johnson was committed to the Sussex Correctional Institution on $23,900 cash bond on the following charges: Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited (4x), Possession With Intent to Deliver Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Possession of Oxycodone (2x), Possession of Marijuana, and Violation of Probation.
Delaware State Police arrested a juvenile male for firearm and related charges after a shooting that occurred in Magnolia on Monday evening.
On April 4th, 2022 at approximately 8:26 p.m., troopers responded to Juanita Drive in Magnolia, DE regarding a report of shots fired. The ensuing investigation revealed that the suspect had fired multiple gunshots from a vehicle at a residence. The residence was occupied by three victims (ages 38, 32, and 14) at the time, all of whom were not injured. The residence was struck several times and suspect fled the area to an unknown destination.
Through investigative means, a 15-year-old male was developed as the suspect. On April 6th, 2022, the juvenile male was located in Dover and taken into custody without incident. He was subsequently charged with the following crimes:
Reckless Endangering First Degree (Felony) – 3 counts
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Criminal Mischief
The 15-year-old male was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 7 and committed to Stevenson House on $21,001 cash bond.
A 62-year-old man is facing his fifth DUI offense after crashing his vehicle into a Smyrna Police vehicle, injuring the officer and detainee.
Smyrna Police say the incident happened on Wednesday (April 6) just before 11:00 a.m. on US 13 near Cory Lane, where Paul Reed allegedly driving his red pickup truck recklessly.
An officer attempted to stop Reed, but allegedly fled after side-swiping another vehicle. A short distance later, Reed struck another Smyrna officer’s cruiser while he was conducting a traffic stop in the northbound lane and coming to a stop.
Nearby fire crews and paramedics rescued the officer, who was entrapped in the vehicle. The detainee was able to get out of the vehicle. Both the officer and detainee were transported to a nearby hospital and treated for minor injuries.
Reed was also transported to the hospital. Following his release, he was charged with his fifth DUI offense and also faces several other charges:
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Delaware State Police arrested 20-year-old Amir Harris of Millsboro, DE on drug and weapons charges following a traffic stop on Tuesday morning.
On April 5th, 2022 at approximately 12:15 a.m., a trooper on patrol in the Millsboro area observed a gray Pontiac sedan traveling southbound on Dupont Boulevard south of Delaware Avenue. The trooper observed the Pontiac fail to remain within its lane of travel and also commit a turn signal violation. A traffic stop was then initiated on Parker Circle, Millsboro. Upon contacting the operator and sole occupant, identified as Amir Harris, the trooper detected the strong odor of marijuana emitting from inside of the vehicle. Harris was asked to exit the vehicle, and as Harris complied, he fled the scene on foot. Troopers gave chase and took Harris into custody a short distance away. Upon detaining Harris, troopers discovered he was in possession of approximately .035 grams of suspected heroin and a loaded U.S. Revolver Company handgun with five .32 caliber rounds. Harris has a prior felony conviction and is a person prohibited from possessing firearms and/or ammunition.
Harris was transported to Troop 4 and charged with the following crimes:
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Possession of a Firearm While in Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)
Possession of Ammunition by a Person Prohibited (Felony)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony)
Resisting Arrest
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Criminal Mischief
Failure to Remain Within a Single Lane
Failure to Properly Signal
Harris was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court # 3 and was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on $36,750 secured bond.
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A Dover man with eight warrants in Delaware was apprehended on Monday.
Dover Police say 20-year-old Jumir Brown was arrested in the parking lot of Royal Farms on South Saulsbury Road after he was observed leaving the area of Village Drive. He was taken into custody without incident.
A search of Brown’s vehicle uncovered 18.5 grams of marijuana and a loaded 9mm handgun.
Police say Brown was wanted for a domestic charge in Dover and was wanted by several courts in Delaware. He now faces additional charges of:
-Possession of Untraceable Firearm -Possession of Firearm by Person Prohibited (2x) -Possession of Marijuana -Drug Paraphernalia -Local Fugitive (8x)
Brown was committed to SCI on a $23,200 cash bond.
A Laurel man is facing several drugs and weapons charges after he was pulled over for a tinted windows violation.
Seaford Police say 44-year-old Carlo Munoz-Barreto was stopped in the area of South Market Street on Sunday evening. The officer spotted a handgun in a door pocket when the door opened, prompting the officer to make an arrest. A further search of the suspect’s vehicle uncovered 58 grams of cocaine, 10 bags of heroin, 519 grams of marijuana, 49 prescription pills, drug paraphernalia, a rifle, ammunition, and over $2,800 in drug proceeds.
Munoz-Barreto faces several charges, including:
• Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony (Felony) • Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a person prohibited who also possessed Controlled Substances (Felony) – 3 counts • Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (Felony) • Manufacture/Deliver/ PWID Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts • Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony) – 2 counts • Possess Consume any Prescription drug, not a controlled substance (Misdemeanor) – 8 counts • Possess Consume a Controlled or Counterfeit Substance except for Human Growth Hormone without a prescription (Misdemeanor) • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Not related to personal use quantity Marijuana or Person Under 18 (Misdemeanor) -3 • Operating a vehicle with improper Window Tinting
He was also wanted on a Delaware State Police warrant for a theft charge as well.
Munoz-Barreto was arraigned and lodged to SCI on $139,850 cash bond.
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